Extrusion Supervisor

Hydro; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Rx & Dental coverage

Disability & Life Insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking an Extrusion Supervisor to lead shift operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You will provide leadership to production teams, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

This position reports to the Extrusion Manager. The role requires 3+ years in manufacturing, 1+ year leading teams, and strong knowledge of safety, quality, and production processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 1 year of leading production teams or crews.
• Experience monitoring production metrics (efficiency, utilization, throughput).
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality, and processes.
• Ability to read production docs and perform basic math.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).

Responsibilities

• Coach, develop and support team leaders and production employees to improve performance and operational effectiveness.
• Lead daily extrusion press and aging oven operations to hit production, quality and safety targets.
• Monitor manufacturing metrics and implement actions to improve results.
• Conduct routine safety observations and promote a strong safety culture.
• Develop and maintain extrusion processes and SOPs for operational excellence.
• Ensure quality inspections, production documentation, and reporting are completed accurately.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives to boost productivity and equipment performance.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Quality awareness

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Tape measures

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary:

The Extrusion Supervisor is responsible for leading extrusion manufacturing operations on an assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role provides leadership to production teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports workforce development, and maintains compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards. This position reports to the Extrusion Manager.

What you will be doing

• Coach, develop, and support team leaders and production employees to improve performance and operational effectiveness.
• Lead daily operations of extrusion presses and aging ovens to achieve production, quality, and safety targets.
• Monitor key manufacturing metrics, including productivity, utilization, efficiency, and recovery rates, and implement actions to improve results.
• Conduct routine safety observations, promote a strong safety culture, and ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain extrusion processes and standard operating procedures to support operational excellence.
• Ensure quality inspections, production documentation, and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and equipment performance.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience in a production environment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience leading, coordinating, or directing production employees, team leaders, or work crews.
• Experience monitoring production performance metrics such as efficiency, utilization, throughput, or quality measures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality, and production processes.
• Ability to read production documentation and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and tape measures.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Extrusion manufacturing experience.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or reliability-centered initiatives.
• Completion of leadership development or supervisory training programs.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles.These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

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